Red-necked spurfowl

Birds of Namibia

Introduction: The red-necked
spurfowl (Pternistis afer) also known as the red-necked francolin
(Francolinus afer) is usually confined to a habitat of dense cover
associated with moist regions of evergreen forest edges, the edges of marshes
and thickets. They gather in small coveys of around 3 to 6, running into dense
cover when disturbed. They are frequent dustbathers.

Diet: In winter they will
forage for bulbs, roots, seeds, fruits and other vegetable matter. In summer
snails, termites, ticks will be eaten along with grass shoots and seeds. They
will also make a beeline for commercial grains, sorghum, cereals and maize.

Description: Red-necked
spurfowls are medium-sized gamebirds with bright pinkish red legs, feet and
bills. They usually roost in trees and have a loud and annoying call.

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